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Diamond Q&A

By Mike Fried,

Diamond Q&A

In this section of the site, I publish some interesting private exchanges I have had with readers of the site who have contacted me via the “Ask a Question” form. I believe you will find that the questions and answers are both interesting and educational. Of course, names have been removed to preserve privacy.

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Q&A: Help Finding a Round Diamond for Around $6,000 Budget

Hi, I just bought this diamond and came across your site afterwards. It’s still pending shipping and wanted to get your input to know if it was a good quality purchase: www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.06-carat-h-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-6445565?a_aid=dmnd1357 I wanted to get the best value for $6k that was excellent cut, great clarity and as colorless as possible for my budget. …





Q&A: Is M Too Low? The Best Color Grade for a Yellow Gold Solitaire Setting.

I’m looking for the best valued solitaire, round cut, 1.5 – 2 carats, under $8K. I am liking this one… www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/1.90-carat-k-color-si1-clarity-very-good-cut-sku-6077765?a_aid=dmnd1357 The diamond you selected is not a good choice. It’s poorly cut and will lose a lot of its brilliance. For a round brilliant I wouldn’t settle for anything less than an EX (Ideal) …


Q&A: Choosing a Center Diamond for Thin White Gold Setting Within a $5,000 Budget

Hi there, I will appreciate some advise and options for an engagement ring . I am following your website and have chosen a sample diamond from James Allen:www.jamesallen.com/loose-diamonds/round-cut/0.90-carat-i-color-vs2-clarity-excellent-cut-sku-2765895?&a_aid=dmnd1357 I am sure this is not ideal and hope you may provide a couple of alternatives. I am looking for a round diamond in the 0.8 to …


Q&A: Looking for a Diamond for a White Gold Petite Pave Setting With a $3,000 Budget

I’m looking to get an engagement ring diamond and setting for around $5500. The setting is a solitaire pave 14k white gold. Diamond would be a round cut around 1 carat and looking at H/I and SI1 color and clarity. The setting looks like this.14K WHITE GOLD PETITE PAVE ENGAGEMENT RING (FLUSH FIT)I found this …



About the author

Mike Fried Mike Fried Mike Fried has over 25 years experience in the diamond industry working with Leo Schachter Diamonds, Moshe Namdar Diamonds, and joining The Diamond Pro in 2007. He is recognized as an industry expert and has been quoted in publications such as Us, People, Page Six, The Next Web and more.

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